Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking (SHED)
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[Watch] The Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2023
In this Connecting Communities webinar, researchers from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors shared findings from the survey on trends in financial well-being. Based on the survey results, they answered attendees’ questions about the financial conditions among low- and moderate-income populations.
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Facing the future solo: Understanding obstacles for single women and retirement
Women encounter specific challenges in retirement planning, including pay and wealth disparities that affect their savings and financial stability.
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Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2023
The Federal Reserve’s Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking tracks financial circumstances and risks for low- and moderate-income families. This year’s survey includes topics like inflation, emergency savings, and new areas such as food sufficiency and caregiving.
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Supporting women and work-life balance in today’s economy
Explore the real stories of four women striving for work-life balance, as revealed through the Aspen Institute’s Women in the Economy survey. They share their ideas about how the economy might work better for women.
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Can small-dollar credit help some consumers stay afloat?
Small-dollar credit, like loans under $1,000, can help people handle unexpected expenses or income fluctuations. But affordable and accessible options are needed.
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[Watch] Perspectives on SHED in the Community (2023)
Previous and current Community Advisory Council Members discuss how Survey of Household Economics and Decionmaking (SHED) findings impact their communities and organizations.
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[Watch] The Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2022
How did inflation affect families last year? Did trends shift in the use of emerging financial products? This recent discussion with the Federal Reserve Board of Governors explores findings from the Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking (SHED). Watch or listen on demand.
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What is driving the continued women’s labor force shortage?
While women’s labor force participation has grown significantly post-pandemic, the lack of accessible and affordable child care can hinder employment prospects.
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Staying afloat amid rising costs: Insights from the Federal Reserve Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking (SHED)
Get insights from the October 2022 survey on issues ranging from inflation to shrinking retirement savings to barriers to homeownership.
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Care workers keep others in the workforce
Child care is vital to supporting the financial wellbeing of workers, households, and communities. But despite their essential role in the economy, child care workers long have faced barriers to being valued at work and fairly compensated for their work.